by Capitolist Staff | Jan 14, 2026
The Florida Senate on Wednesday unanimously approved a rural development measure that would expand state funding and programs tied to transportation, housing, broadband and education in smaller and rural counties. Senate Bill 250 (SB 250), sponsored by Republican Sen....
by The Center Square | Jan 14, 2026
Florida’s insurance market has stabilized in recent years as more companies entered the state and others lowered costs. But homeowners and drivers are still paying some of the highest rates in the nation, and the affordability debate is set to continue in the 2026...
by Capitolist Staff | Jan 13, 2026
Florida lawmakers opened the 2026 regular legislative session Tuesday with Republican leaders emphasizing affordability, taxes and fiscal restraint, while House Democrats argued the state has become too expensive for many residents and urged a shift in priorities as...
by The Center Square | Jan 13, 2026
Data centers that use massive amounts of electricity and water to power artificial intelligence, streaming and other computer usage are the target of a bill in the Florida Legislature that aims to rein in the larger facilities. House Bill 1007, filed by Republican...
by Capitolist Staff | Jan 12, 2026
Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins on Monday announced his candidacy for governor, entering a crowded Republican primary race to succeed term-limited Gov. Ron DeSantis. Collins, a former Green Beret and one-term state senator, made the announcement on social media and in...
by Capitolist Staff | Jan 12, 2026
A national technology trade group is urging Florida lawmakers to reject Senate Bill 482, arguing the proposal would impose unclear regulations on artificial intelligence that could chill innovation, restrict lawful speech, and expose companies to expansive liability....
